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06/12/2026

“Y’all have a village.”

Those simple words from Sheriff Michelle Woodfork carried a powerful message for the graduates of Travis Hill NOLA.

In her first Travis Hill graduation ceremony, Sheriff Woodfork spoke directly to the young men in the room. She didn’t speak about where they’ve been, but about where they’re headed. She reminded them that they are smart, capable, and full of promise.

As a mother herself, she shared that she sees hope in each of our graduates and believes in their ability to succeed.

Thank you, Sheriff Woodfork, for taking the time to celebrate this milestone and encourage our students as they begin their next chapter. 💙🎓

06/10/2026

This Gun Violence Awareness Month, Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork and staff took the pledge to help build safer communities and stand against gun violence. Together, we can make a difference through awareness, education, and action.

Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork and the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office partnered with the New Orleans Police Department, l...
06/10/2026

Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork and the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office partnered with the New Orleans Police Department, local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to deter planned illegal street takeover events throughout the city.

OPSO was pleased to provide resources and support as part of this coordinated effort to help protect residents, visitors, and motorists from the dangers associated with reckless and unlawful street activity.

Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork and the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office celebrates our LGBTQ+ community and stands together...
06/09/2026

Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork and the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office celebrates our LGBTQ+ community and stands together in support of dignity, inclusion, and equality for all.

Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork was honored to join ESSENCE, Chief Curator Teyana Taylor, and The Aunties for an intimate g...
06/06/2026

Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork was honored to join ESSENCE, Chief Curator Teyana Taylor, and The Aunties for an intimate gathering ahead of ESSENCE Festival of Culture 2026. The conversation highlighted the power of culture, civic engagement, and the unique spirit that makes New Orleans so special.

06/05/2026

It was a proud day at the Travis Hill School inside the Orleans Justice Center as 10 students—three juveniles and seven young adults—received their high school diplomas. Family members, teachers, community leaders, and staff gathered to celebrate the milestone and the determination it took to reach it.

Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to see this achievement as a steppingstone toward new goals and opportunities.

06/02/2026

The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office, joined regional first responders and public safety partners during the Second Annual First Responders “Blessing of the Fleet” Ceremony, which recognized the personnel and specialized vehicles prepared to respond throughout the 2026 Hurricane Season.

Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork would like to thank the New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation for bringing our public safety community together in support of readiness, resilience, and service.

A special thank you to Archbishop James Checchio for leading the ceremonial prayer, which symbolized preparedness, protection, and unity.

05/29/2026

Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork and the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office held a full-scale hurricane preparedness drill this morning to make sure the Orleans Justice Center is ready for the 2026 hurricane season.

The exercise included staff deployments, transport vehicles, armed escorts, medical personnel, food service teams, and detainees performing evacuation procedures to test the facility’s emergency response plan.

The drill is a part of OPSO’s ongoing efforts to maintain safety, improve coordination, and ensure a rapid response during emergency management events.

Recently, four OPSO deputies successfully completed the 40-hour New Orleans Police Department Crisis Intervention Traini...
05/28/2026

Recently, four OPSO deputies successfully completed the 40-hour New Orleans Police Department Crisis Intervention Training. The training focused on mental health awareness, crisis response, PTSD, and resources that can assist both inside our facilities and throughout the community.

At OPSO, we continue working to ensure our deputies are prepared to respond with professionalism, understanding, and compassion.

Thank you to the NOPD CIT Program and NAMI Southeast Louisiana for providing this valuable training and partnership!

05/27/2026

Sheriff Michelle M. Woodfork welcomed Mayor Helena Moreno for a tour of the Orleans Justice Center, including a walkthrough of Phase 3, which is still under construction.

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